MBTA union pushing back against privatization proposal

Associated Press, June 4, 2016

BILL GREENE/GLOBE STAFF/FILE Critics say the report’s flawed findings, taken together, overemphasize the T’s management failings and distract from the need for more funding for the agency.BOSTON (AP) — A union representing Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority workers is pushing back against plans to privatize fare collection services.

Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 President James O’Brien says privatization doesn’t equal improved service or reduced costs.

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